2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 13 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 372 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 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Monte Carlo | XTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
