2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2896 mm |