1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 227 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2919 mm |
