2003 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 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 154 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 567 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden 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 2003 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Monaro | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | 2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2489 mm |
