2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 808 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Magnum | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
