2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 422 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (571 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |