2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 688 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Monte Carlo | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
