2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 928 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |