2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |