2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 888 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
