2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
