1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Element |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |