2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 977 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 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition 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 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
