2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 222 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
