2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 191 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | 993 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
