2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2920 mm |