2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 260 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Magnum | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
