2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Dodge M80. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge M80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge M80 has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge M80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | M80 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
