2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Picnic 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 2000 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2000 Toyota Picnic. 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 2000 Toyota Picnic. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
