2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 716 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Monte Carlo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |