2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 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 140 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 467 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magnum | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
