1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silverado | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
