2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 408 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
