2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1140 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Magnum | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Magnum | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |