2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
