2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 972 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
