2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
