2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
