2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Marauder 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 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (303 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Marauder. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Magnum | Marauder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |