2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 85 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Monte Carlo | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |