2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry 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 189 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
