2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 68 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
