2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
