2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
