1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 252 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911. 2004 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 911 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
