2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 440 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 Sienna 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 Sienna 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 Sienna (328 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
