2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 590 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 Mitsubishi Proudia. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magnum | Proudia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
