2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Camaro and 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (475 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 148 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |