2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
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 Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |