2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 2 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 786 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 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 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 144 L |
