2011 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 701 kg more than 2012 Dacia Sandero. 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, 2012 Dacia Sandero, 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 (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Camaro | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
