2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
