2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Camaro | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |