1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
