1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
