2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Magnum | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1967 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
