1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 427 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro. 2005 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Monaro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |