2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 155 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |