2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum. 2006 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magnum | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
