2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Porsche | Dodge |
Model | Boxster | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |