2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |