2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 670 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
