2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu VehiCross 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 5 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Magnum | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
