2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 879 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 92 L |
