2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 376 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 Lincoln MKS 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 Lincoln MKS 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Monte Carlo | MKS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1565 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |