2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 10 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, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 488 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.
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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex 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 | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
