2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2002 Dodge Ram and 2002 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 474 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.

Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Dodge Ram 2002 Porsche 911
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Ram 911
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5212 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 220 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 841 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1879 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3530 mm 2370 mm


 

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