2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6058 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
