2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 731 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |