2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
