2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
