2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
