2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 461 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. 2012 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3000 mm |
