2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 957 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
