2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 868 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Durango | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |