2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2004 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 218 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
