2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Century. 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Magnum | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
