2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 431 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magnum | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
