2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 105 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Magnum | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
