2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |