1999 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Camry | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Camry | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |
