2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 126 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |