2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 417 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3599 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 | 320 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2280 mm |
