2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 77 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 Nissan Maxima, 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 (468 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
