2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 491 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2280 mm |
