2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Durango (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 92 L |