2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 918 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 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 | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
