2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 372 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |