2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Magnum | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |