2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Ram | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
