2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | RunX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
