2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 350 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |