2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 923 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
