2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 370 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 (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Monte Carlo | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |