2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
