2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
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 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (299 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
