2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 357 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 426 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
