2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 294 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
