2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon 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 80 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Magnum | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Magnum | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |