1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 13 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 560 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Camaro Town & Country
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 317 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 468 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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