2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Expedition | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Expedition | Camaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |