2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |