1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Camaro and 1997 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Camaro | Avenger |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |