2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Magnum | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
