2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | STS | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
