2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (380 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
