2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 19 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2920 mm |
