2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 6 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Magnum | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
