2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Magnum | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| 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 | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
