2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1248 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Monaro. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | Mega Cruiser | Monaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2800 mm |