2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
