2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 129 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
