2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Lincoln LS

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Lincoln LS.

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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Magnum 2005 Lincoln LS
Make Dodge Lincoln
Model Magnum LS
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5900 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 195 HP 232 HP
Torque 379 Nm 299 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1731 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 68 L


 

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