2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 2008 Chrysler 300 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. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3060 mm |
