1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.

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, 2006 Honda CR-V, 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 (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Camaro 2006 Honda CR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro CR-V
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 468 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 58 L