2002 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 368 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | MDX | Monaro |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |