2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1105 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |