2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa 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 90 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa. 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 2002 Toyota Previa. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
