2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2001 Nissan Moco were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 462 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco 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 Nissan Moco 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Monte Carlo | Moco |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |