2000 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2000 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX (346 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
