1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Typhoon | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
