2003 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X5 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
