2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2852 mm |
