2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and 2012 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3.
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, 2012 Audi A3, 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 (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3. 2012 Audi A3 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. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Camaro | A3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 753 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |