2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Magnum | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
