2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 129 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |