2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |