2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| 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 | 345 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
