2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2004 GMC Safari 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 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (299 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Monte Carlo | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 299 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |