2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Magnum | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 617 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 780 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |