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 244 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 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 | 3523 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2472 kg |
| 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 Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
