2008 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2008 BMW 545 and 2008 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545.
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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 545 | Magnum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6058 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |