2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 452 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 303 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |