1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Etude |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
