2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 537 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Magnum | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
