2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 795 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Magnum | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |