1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Intrepid | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
