2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram. 2003 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | Panamera | Ram |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2790 mm |
