2002 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2012 Proton Satria
To start off, 2012 Proton Satria is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. 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 274 more horse power than 2012 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 501 kg more than 2012 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Proton Satria, 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 (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Monaro | 2012 Proton Satria | |
Make | Vauxhall | Proton |
Model | Monaro | Satria |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |