2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 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 179 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Xedos |
| Model | Magnum | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
