2001 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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 (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
