2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (438 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |
