2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |