2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2000 Volvo S40 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) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40. 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Monte Carlo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
