2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 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, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (305 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
