2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 479 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Monte Carlo | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |