2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
