2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 268 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Avensis
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3390 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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