2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 735 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
