2002 Honda Inspire vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Honda Inspire. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Inspire.

Because 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Inspire. (401 Nm). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Inspire.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Inspire 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Inspire Monaro
Year Released 2002 2004
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 5664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 510 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 75 L


 

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