1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |