2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Yukon.
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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Yukon. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Magnum | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3310 mm |
