2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 998 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 92 L |
