2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 11 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 7 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, 2011 Lexus CT, 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 (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Camaro | CT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
