2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 250 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |