2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 862 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Monte Carlo | Today |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |