2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster 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 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Magnum | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Magnum | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |