2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Magnum | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |