2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Saab 9000 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 75 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 Saab 9000 (350 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 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 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2290 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
