2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 9 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, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 578 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 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 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Monte Carlo | X6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
