2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1098 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | Boxster | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 121 L |
