2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 905 kg more than 2001 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. 2010 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Ram |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |