2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | 350Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |