2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 123 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Magnum | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
