1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
