2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3746 cc |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
