2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 489 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Monte Carlo | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |