2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 450 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
