2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 547 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 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magnum | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
