2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept C
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Volkswagen Concept C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (305 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Concept C. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Concept C has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Concept C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Volkswagen Concept C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Concept C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
