2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (278 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Monte Carlo | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |