2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 231 kg more than 2002 Holden UTE.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden UTE. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2002 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Magnum | UTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2950 mm |
