2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. 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 199 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 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 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
