2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 90 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |
