2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 9 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, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Scion tC.
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, 2010 Scion tC, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Camaro | tC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |