2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 7 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, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 121 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 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Magnum | RL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
