2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
