2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 185 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Monte Carlo | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |