2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 234 kg more than 2007 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |