1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 207 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
