2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1053 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |