2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, both 2002 Honda Inspire 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 (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Honda Inspire. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Inspire.

Because 2002 Vauxhall 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 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Inspire. (401 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Inspire. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Inspire has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Inspire 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 Honda Inspire 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Inspire Monaro
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 465 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2800 mm


 

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