2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
