2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 37 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
