2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 185 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 179 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 2003 Peugeot 407. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Magnum | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
