2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 141 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 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (297 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1656 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
