2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. Both 2002 Chevrolet Camaro and 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 are equipped with a 5,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (320 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (454 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Camaro | Hemi Super 8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 353 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2990 mm |
