2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
