2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
