1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |