2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 351 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara 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 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Navara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
