2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 996 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3340 mm |
