2003 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Aceca weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | Monaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |