2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL 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 213 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 671 kg more than 1997 Acura EL. 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 1997 Acura EL. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Magnum | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2619 mm |
