2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 495 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Monte Carlo | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 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 | 77 L |