2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |