2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mustang | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
