2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 493 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (380 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 46 L |
