2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 888 kg more than 2007 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S3 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
