2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 965 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (339 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | Smart |
| Model | Magnum | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
