2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 902 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Magnum | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
