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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 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. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |