2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 476 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Magnum | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
