2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
