2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 5 more horse power than 2004 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2004 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
