2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Magnum 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Dodge Mercedes-Benz
Model Magnum C
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2737 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 511 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1749 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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