1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3340 mm |
