2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Porsche | Dodge |
Model | 911 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |