2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
