2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Magnum | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2635 mm |
