2001 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Monaro | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Monaro | DART |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2703 mm |
