2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 907 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.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
