2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 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 (407 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
