2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
