1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 86 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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 (468 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Avensis |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 15.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |