2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 825 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
