2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Monte Carlo | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |