2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Volvo S60 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 29 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 (380 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Monte Carlo | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |