2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |