2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Magnum | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
