1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Avenger | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
