2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 509 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Durango | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
