2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Camaro | MPV |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |