2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 2 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 176 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestar 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 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
