2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 9 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camaro | GTI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
