2000 Seat Salsa vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Seat | Holden |
Model | Salsa | Monaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |