2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 1142 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |