2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, both 2002 Audi RS4 and 2002 Vauxhall Monaro were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Audi RS4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 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 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi RS4. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | RS4 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
