2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 232 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Sera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
