2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 738 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3043 mm |
