2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 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 | 1855 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |