2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 7 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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (298 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Monte Carlo | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
