2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 (339 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
