2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 575 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1260 mm |
