2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (380 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |