2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 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 58 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. 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 Porsche 993. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Magnum | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
