2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
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 (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
