1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 182 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | 993 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
