2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
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 Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 270 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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 Vitz. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
