2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Durango (393 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
