2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |
