2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
