2003 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 10 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 121 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 522 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa. 2003 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Holden Monaro | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | Versa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |