2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Camaro and 2001 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 163 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus, 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 386 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |