2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (444 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 156 kg more than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (620 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 620 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |