2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 731 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (454 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Camaro | Savana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
