2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Nissan Almera 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 191 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Monte Carlo | Almera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |