2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Magnum | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |