1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 669 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |