2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 473 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Magnum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |