2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 938 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango. 2006 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |