2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |