2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan 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 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Monte Carlo | Titan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |