1999 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Pontiac GTO 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Pontiac Vauxhall
Model GTO Monaro
Year Released 1999 2002
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2398 cc 5665 cc
Horse Power 144 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 465 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1199 kg 1655 kg
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2800 mm