1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 613 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (468 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1997 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Camaro Touareg
Year Released 1997 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 276 HP
Torque 468 Nm 361 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99.1 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 12.0: 1
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 2137 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4795 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1732 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2893 mm