1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 948 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 494 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 98 L |
