2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |
