Remember that I mention that 2011 Camaro V6 would get a bump in power, well here is the confirmation.
From GM
Chevrolet supports Camaro’s consumer momentum with exciting updates for 2011
312 horsepower for V6, expanded availability of Synergy color and heads-up display new for 2011
The 2010 model year proved to be a very successful and exciting year for the segment-leading Chevrolet Camaro. For the 2011 model year, Chevrolet looks to expand the car’s popularity among consumers with the introduction of additional features.
“We are pleased with Camaro’s success in the market during its first year of production,” said Jim Campbell, U.S. Vice President, Chevrolet Marketing. “The 2010 model year has been a banner year for us, and we plan to build on this momentum.”
Horsepower increase for V6 engine
The 2011 Camaro V-6 engine completed SAE certification testing and is now officially rated at 312 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 278 lb-ft of torque at 5100 rpm. This rating is eight horsepower higher than the previous year and also marks an increase in torque from the 2010 rating of 273 lb-ft.
“The 304 horsepower in the 2010 Camaro was actually a conservative rating on our end,” said Tom Sutter, GM V-6 chief engineer. “But we knew already that this award-winning engine produced at least the amount of power we stated, but now we’ve gone the extra step in certifying the engine for this application and have verified an additional 8 horsepower.”
The 3.6-liter V-6 with variable valve timing (VVT) and direct injection employs four independent cam phasers to change the timing of valve operation as operating conditions such as rpm and engine load vary. The result is linear delivery of torque, with near-peak levels over a broad rpm range, and high specific output (maximum horsepower per liter of displacement) supporting overall engine response and drivability. When combined, direct-injection and VVT enable an unmatched combination of power, efficiency and low-emissions in gasoline V-6 engines.
SAE certification is a voluntary power and torque certification procedure developed by the SAE Engine Test Code committee. This procedure (J2723) ensures fair, accurate ratings for horsepower and torque by allowing manufacturers to certify their engines through third-party witness testing. Chevrolet was the vehicle brand to begin using the procedure.
Synergy color to be made available across the lineup
Earlier this year, Chevrolet introduced the Camaro Synergy Special Edition which is based off the concept displayed at the 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas. The Synergy Special Edition is limited to a 1LT model, but the Synergy Green exterior color will be made available on all trim levels for a limited run during the 2011 model year.
“When we looked at the overwhelmingly positive reaction we received from SEMA attendees and consumers on Synergy Green, making the color available across the board was pretty much a no-brainer,” said John Fitzpatrick, Camaro Marketing Manager.
Customers will be able to order this color for a manufacturer suggested retail price of $325.
Head-Up Display
Already available on the Chevrolet Corvette, the 2011 Camaro will become the second Chevrolet vehicle to offer the popular Head-Up Display.
Camaro’s Head-Up Display will include:
-Vehicle speed
-Tachometer
-Compass
-Outside air temperature
-Manual Paddle Shift Gear Indicator (if equipped)
-OnStar Turn-by-Turn
-Audio functions
-Phone information
-Selected gear
-Turn signal indicators
-High-beam indicator signal
-Vehicle messages
“Head-Up Display has been a very frequent customer request” said Cheryl Pilcher, Camaro Product Manager. “People familiar with the HUD system simply love it. It truly enables drivers to keep their eyes on the road.”
Production of the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro begins on June 7, 2010.
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I find the nickle and dime HP race irritating. Seems that all they did was update thier marketing brochures to match Mustang's.
I'd rather see them face off at the track. Now that's interesting marketing.
I hear there NA V6 camaro's are in or close to 13's.
I drive by the plant every so often. It sure is neat to see fields of Camaros.
NOT a fan of the Green.
How much for the HUD and what does it come packaged with?
Going on weight and HP figures alone, the V6 Stang and V6 Camaro should both run 13.8-14.2ish.
In the V8's though the mustang will be faster. It just weighs so much less. 12.6-13.0ish for the stang to 13.0-13.4ish for the camaro.
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LOL, they re-certified the engine so it's now rated at 312 instead of 304. So they didn't actually produce any more power with it, but now they can say "nanana Ford, we have a more powerful car than you."
Congratulations GM, this is why you suck.
Craig Lewis wrote:I find the nickle and dime HP race irritating. Seems that all they did was update thier marketing brochures to match Mustang's.
I'd rather see them face off at the track. Now that's interesting marketing.
There are independent vids out there, search youtube. I'm at work or i would do it.
confirm that they did NOT change anything for the power? It would have been great if they could do the same thing with MPG. It's hard to believe they are not dominating the economy numbers with the advantage of DI over ford's V6
-MD- Enforcer wrote:Going on weight and HP figures alone, the V6 Stang and V6 Camaro should both run 13.8-14.2ish.
In the V8's though the mustang will be faster. It just weighs so much less. 12.6-13.0ish for the stang to 13.0-13.4ish for the camaro.
Haven't you heard the news. they released that the Z/28 is a go. 556 hp. that'll show that rustangs.
oldskool wrote:Craig Lewis wrote:I find the nickle and dime HP race irritating. Seems that all they did was update thier marketing brochures to match Mustang's.
I'd rather see them face off at the track. Now that's interesting marketing.
There are independent vids out there, search youtube. I'm at work or i would do it.
confirm that they did NOT change anything for the power? It would have been great if they could do the same thing with MPG. It's hard to believe they are not dominating the economy numbers with the advantage of DI over ford's V6
DI, in and of itself, isn't such a mileage panacea on normally aspirated cars. More so on boosted. But it WILL allow more HP at the same overall economy, which is a win in and of itself.
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-MD- Enforcer wrote:Going on weight and HP figures alone, the V6 Stang and V6 Camaro should both run 13.8-14.2ish.
In the V8's though the mustang will be faster. It just weighs so much less. 12.6-13.0ish for the stang to 13.0-13.4ish for the camaro.
Stock
1. nhra stocker - 12.58 @ 110.30 mph, (LS3, M6)
2. quick - 12.61 @ 111.60 mph, (LS3, M6)
3. blufin - 12.80 @ 109.80 mph, (LS3, M6)
4. b20 - 12.81 @ 108.73 mph, (LS3, M6)
5. 8secpumpgasdad - 12.86 @ 108.70 mph, (L99, A6)
6. speedy6963 - 12.87 @ 109.08, (LS3, M6)
7. 8ty8ls1 - 12.97 @ 107.61 mph, (L99, A6)
8. 1stGM - 12.98 @ 107. 34 mph, (L99, A6)
9. SSmokey - 13.04 @ 110.80 mph, (LS3, M6)
10. NineBall - 13.07 @ 109.07 mph, (LS3, M6)
11. Kathy63 - 13.07 @ 105.84 mph, (LS3, m6)
12. Will69camaro - 13.09 @ 109.70 mph, (LS3 M6), (DA +276)
13. Malice - 13.10 @ 107.64 mph, ( LS3, M6)
15. Dentyneice - 13.17 @ 109.77 mph, (LS3, M6)
16. acatlover13 - 13.20 @ 105.99 mph, (L99, A6)
from...
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21013
ebrown0104 wrote:Congratulations ebrown, this is why you suck.
There, I fixed it for you.
You obviously don't understand dick about how the game is played.
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oldskool wrote:Craig Lewis wrote:I find the nickle and dime HP race irritating. Seems that all they did was update thier marketing brochures to match Mustang's.
I'd rather see them face off at the track. Now that's interesting marketing.
There are independent vids out there, search youtube. I'm at work or i would do it.
confirm that they did NOT change anything for the power?
Chances are they re-tuned it. Stock tunes are notoriously soft. Gaining 3% HP like this with no mechanical changes is usually a breeze.
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Damn, we get interesting engine since a few years.
Bill Hahn Jr. wrote:oldskool wrote:Craig Lewis wrote:I find the nickle and dime HP race irritating. Seems that all they did was update thier marketing brochures to match Mustang's.
I'd rather see them face off at the track. Now that's interesting marketing.
There are independent vids out there, search youtube. I'm at work or i would do it.
confirm that they did NOT change anything for the power?
Chances are they re-tuned it. Stock tunes are notoriously soft. Gaining 3% HP like this with no mechanical changes is usually a breeze.
I hope so, but all this talk of "recertification" seems fishy. I agree some very modest timing and/or VVT changes could be responsible.
Bill Hahn Jr. wrote:oldskool wrote:Craig Lewis wrote:I find the nickle and dime HP race irritating. Seems that all they did was update thier marketing brochures to match Mustang's.
I'd rather see them face off at the track. Now that's interesting marketing.
There are independent vids out there, search youtube. I'm at work or i would do it.
confirm that they did NOT change anything for the power? It would have been great if they could do the same thing with MPG. It's hard to believe they are not dominating the economy numbers with the advantage of DI over ford's V6
DI, in and of itself, isn't such a mileage panacea on normally aspirated cars. More so on boosted. But it WILL allow more HP at the same overall economy, which is a win in and of itself.
As i understood it - on boosted apps, it allows you to run a higher static c/r because the injection event cools the cylinder charge and supresses pre-ignition. At a more basic level, a very precise volume of fuel is injected at a high pressure. The fueling and AFRs are better controlled leading to better economy regardless if it's n/a or forced induction. Leaner enrichment AFRs can be used.
But I see your point - they are now using the 2.4 VVT/DI where they used to use a 60* V6 and are making the same if not more power with ~30mpg in most cases. This generation of v6 camaro is putting out more power than a stock s/c 3.8, and MUCH more than the 3.8 in the 4th gen. And getting better economy to boot. DI is a big part of that.
The wording in the release does imply that it was just a recertification of the power.
Amazing that it's faster than the original v8 car.
Everything i read is great. But I'm also not a fan of the Vin Diesel Green. IMHO It really cheapens the look of the car.
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8 hp doesnt make up for the 200lb difference, mustang still smokes it
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Rodimus Prime wrote:8 hp doesnt make up for the 200lb difference, mustang still smokes it
when they're this close(power:weight), gearing is more important....
when will they make a 4cyl, turbo, AWD, mustang or camaro?
i am gone from this forum
What's sort of funny is that the Camaro V6 and Mustang V6 are both 13.7-14.0 cars now and there's STILL people who call them "secretary's specials" just because they have sixes instead of eights.
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Thank you for acknowledging my awesomeness. I invite any and all to witness it as I clearly demonstrate my affinity for all things Domestic
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Bill Hahn Jr. wrote:ebrown0104 wrote:Congratulations ebrown, this is why you suck.
There, I fixed it for you.
You obviously don't understand dick about how the game is played.
thank you Bill, please don't acknowledge the fact that I posted about General Motors, just lap their balls with your tongue some more.
I like the green. I like the car.
I would like one.
ebrown0104 wrote:Bill Hahn Jr. wrote:ebrown0104 wrote:Congratulations ebrown, this is why you suck.
There, I fixed it for you.
You obviously don't understand dick about how the game is played.
thank you Bill, please don't acknowledge the fact that I posted about General Motors, just lap their balls with your tongue some more.
You're welcome! Thank you too for pointing out the obvious.
Oh, and while we're on the subject of the obvious, or what SHOULD be obvious to you but apparently isn't: : if you want to sh!t on GM and not get called out for it, consider a site that's not about GM cars.
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