2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 282 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
