1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 16 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Sequoia
Year Released 1997 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 270 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3100 mm


 

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