2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano 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 194 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 5 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
