1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 10 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
