2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 10 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
