2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monte Carlo | R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |