2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 175 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Magnum | Charger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
