2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
