2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 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 103 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Monte Carlo | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |