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 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 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 320 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 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 | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
