2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 374 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5212 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2350 mm |