2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 962 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 911 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
