2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
