2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 705 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
