2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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 210 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |