2001 Dodge Dakota vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 204 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota 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 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Dakota | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |