2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 289 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magnum | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3165 mm |
