2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 751 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2362 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
