2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Magnum 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Dodge Volkswagen
Model Magnum Tiguan
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1544 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4426 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1809 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1703 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L


 

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