2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 948 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
