2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 1122 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 699 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |