2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2002 Volkswagen W12 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 257 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 2002 Volkswagen W12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monte Carlo | W12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
