2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 8 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 411 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Monte Carlo | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 565 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |