2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Magnum and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 64 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Magnum | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
