1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 122 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 118 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
