2003 Acura TL vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
