2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 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 200 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 454 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
