2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 763 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |