2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 447 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. 2009 Ford Explorer 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. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Explorer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 4007 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |