2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 365 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Monte Carlo | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
