1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
