2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Almera 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 254 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1998 Nissan Almera. 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 1998 Nissan Almera. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Magnum | Almera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
