2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | 996 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |