2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1002 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
