2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Magnum and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP) has 262 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2006 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Magnum | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6064 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 570 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |