2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 4 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 99 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 152 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Intrepid | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Intrepid | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |