1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 992 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Monaco | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |