2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost

To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 700 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Magnum 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Make Dodge Rolls-Royce
Model Magnum Ghost
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3523 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 563 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 780 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 5399 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3295 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 16.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 82 L


 

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