2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 1 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monte Carlo | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 89 L |