2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dakota (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 92 L |
