2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
