2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
