2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
