2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 743 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Magnum | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
