2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 579 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Magnum | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Magnum | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
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 | 2329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |