2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 110 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
