1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 386 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
