2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 446 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Magnum | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |