2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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 @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Magnum | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |