2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 124 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (216 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magnum | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
