2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1406 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Ram 2005 Porsche 911
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Ram 911
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5621 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.3:1
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2751 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 5840 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2440 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 64 L


 

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