2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 778 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Monte Carlo | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 136 L |