2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Solara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 283 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |