2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 142 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Magnum | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
