2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Magnum | Rexton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |