2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 778 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2280 mm |