2001 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 271 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Camry | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Camry | Ram |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |