2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (258 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
