1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 299 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 993 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3340 mm |
