1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 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 150 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Camaro | Defender |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |