2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 953 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2280 mm |
