2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
