2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 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, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (277 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monte Carlo | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
