2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Magnum | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
