2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 165 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Monte Carlo | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |