2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest.

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, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Chevrolet Camaro 2013 Nissan Quest
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Camaro Quest
Year Released 2012 2013
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 580 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 753 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4836 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1918 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1389 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2852 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 76 L


 

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