2006 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2006 Audi S3 and 2006 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 913 kg more than 2006 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Dodge Magnum (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S3 | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | S3 | Magnum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2343 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |