2011 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Camaro and 2011 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 643 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5, 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 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | T5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 426 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |