2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2360 mm |
