2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (390 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 441 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
