1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 935 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 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy 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 | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
