2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 405 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |