2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
