2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac G6 (285 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Magnum | G6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
