2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
