2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1299 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
