2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 12 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, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Verano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
