2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Ford 24.7
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2000 Ford 24.7 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Ford 24.7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 24.7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
