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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Dodge Magnum
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Mustang | Mustang | Mustang | Mustang | Mustang | Magnum | Magnum | Magnum | Magnum |
| Trim | V6 Deluxe | V6 Premium | GT Deluxe | GT Premium | Shelby GT500 | SE | SXT | R/T | SRT8 |
| Engines | |||||||||
| Transmissions | |||||||||
| Drivetrains | |||||||||
| Final Drive Ratios | |||||||||
| Tires | |||||||||
| Audio Systems | |||||||||
| Accessories | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||||||
| Pedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel. | |||||||||
| Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||
| Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||||||
| Homelink. | |||||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
| Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
| Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||||||
| When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||
| Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||
| Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||
| Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||
| Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |||||||||
| When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |||||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||||
| Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||||
| Includes side rails and crossbars. | |||||||||
| Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||||
| Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
| Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||
| Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||||||||
| Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | |||||||||
| Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||||
| When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |||||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||||
| No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Engine intake placed to take in relatively cool outside air, as opposed to underhood air. Might add a few horsepower. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold. | |||||||||
| Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | |||||||||
| Exterior | |||||||||
| Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Spoiler mounted beneath the nose of the car, to increase downforce. | |||||||||
| Scoop on the hood, often not functional and purely decorative. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |||||||||
| Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||
| Scoops ahed of the rear wheels, often not functional and purely decorative. When functional, either provide air to rear-mounted engine or rear brake ducts. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |||||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||||
| Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||||||
| Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||||||
| Includes CD player. | |||||||||
| Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs. | |||||||||
| Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||||||||
| A DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones. | |||||||||
| Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port. | |||||||||
| Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |||||||||
| Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||
| Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||
| XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||
| XM or Sirius with one-year subscription. | |||||||||
| Sirius. | |||||||||
| Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||
| Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||||||
| Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
| Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||||||||
| Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||||||
| Headlights automatically turn off. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | |||||||||
| We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||||||
| Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||||
| Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||||||||
| LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||||||||
| Front row reading lights. | |||||||||
| Measures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc. | |||||||||
| Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||||||
| Reports engine speed. | |||||||||
| Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
| All-weather floormats. | |||||||||
| Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |||||||||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||||||
| Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||||||||
| Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
| Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
| Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | |||||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
| Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Rear shock absorbers that automatically level the rear ride height. | |||||||||
| Alloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels. | |||||||||
| Alloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels. | |||||||||
| Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Improves body stiffness, for more precise handling. Value of zero because resulting body stiffness not comparable model to model. | |||||||||
| Less firm than a sport suspension. Only listed if an option or not standard on all trims. | |||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||
| Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | |||||||||
| Transmission | |||||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |||||||||
Option Package Contents
Enhanced Security Package
EcoBoost Performance Package
Enhanced Security Package
Pony Package
Premium Plus Package
Premier Trim Package
Equipment Group 301A
Premier Trim Package
Convenience Package
Equipment Group 301A
California Special Package
Premium Plus Package
Premier Trim Package
Beats Audio Group
Technology Group
Driver Confidence Group
Premium Group
Driver Confidence Group
Navigation and Travel Group
Driver Confidence Group
Road & Track Package
Plus Group
Driver Confidence Group
Super Track Pak
Driver Confidence Group
Navigation and Travel Group
Sunroof
Blacktop Package
Super Track Pak
Navigation and Travel Group
Driver Confidence Group
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