2008 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2008 BMW 550 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 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 550 | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 550 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
