2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |