2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 232 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (258 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford GT 40 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 Dodge Magnum | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 107 L |
