2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 547 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (223 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 313 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 Camry, 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 (926 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (326 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Camry
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 9371 cc 3297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 770 HP 223 HP
Torque 926 Nm 326 Nm
Engine Bore Size 114.3 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 114.3 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2730 mm