1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
