2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 363 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
