1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
