2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 78 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Town & Country | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
