2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 905 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
