2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 812 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
