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 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 200 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 504 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
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 | 6059 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
