2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 970 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
