2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 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 (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2280 mm |
