1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. Both 1998 Porsche 993 and 2013 Dodge DURANGO are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 842 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 993 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3042 mm |
