2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Peugeot 807

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Peugeot 807 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 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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 Peugeot 807, 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 Peugeot 807 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Magnum 2005 Peugeot 807
Make Dodge Peugeot
Model Magnum 807
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5900 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 195 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 379 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.9:1
Top Speed 190 km/hour 205 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1731 kg 1784 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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