1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Express | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |
