2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 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 | 70 L |
