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 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 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 160 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |