1996 Volkswagen GTI vs. 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
In comparing the 1996 Volkswagen GTI's and the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Volkswagen GTI has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1996 Volkswagen GTI's and the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 Volkswagen GTI’s base engine makes 115 horsepower, and the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo base engine makes 160 horsepower. The GTI is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Monte Carlo is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 416 miles.This gives the 1996 Volkswagen GTI the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volkswagen GTI Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Monte Carlo Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen GTI Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Monte Carlo Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1996 Volkswagen GTI Trim Levels
Base, VR6
1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Trim Levels
LS, Z34
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
280 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.1 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 416 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2557 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
160.4 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3306 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
53.8 inches
Length:
200.7 inches
Wheelbase:
107.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
14.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available