1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3060 mm |
