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 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 480 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 553 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 (926 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (447 Nm). 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 Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 9371 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 770 HP 290 HP
Torque 926 Nm 447 Nm
Engine Bore Size 114.3 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 114.3 mm 82.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 66 L


 

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