2003 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Monaro | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaro | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |