2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 276 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 2005 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Magnum | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
