1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Camaro | Highlander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |