2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Monte Carlo | XL7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |