2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Magnum and 2007 Ford Ranger 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 438 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Magnum | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |