2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 6 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2003 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2003 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
