2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
