2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 290 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.
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 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Magnum | S6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
