2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 155 more horse power than 2010 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 794 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 390 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |