2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 106 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |