2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
