2000 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 513 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Passat | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
