2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Dakota | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 92 L |
