2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
