2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dakota | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 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 | 83 L | 72 L |
