2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
