2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 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 218 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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 (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Magnum | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
