2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 94 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
