2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 556 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Magnum | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
