2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Magnum | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
