2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer 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 101 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 452 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. 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) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
