2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Ram 2007 Porsche 911
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Ram 911
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3700 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 409 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 405 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.1 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 11.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 89 L


 

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