2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1684 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5882 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 753 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
