2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1333 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (405 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
