2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Magnum and 2008 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Magnum 2008 Dodge Nitro
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Magnum Nitro
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 3699 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 74 L


 

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