2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |