2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 397 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Ram | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |