2003 Proton 400 vs. 2003 Holden Monaro

To start off, both 2003 Proton 400 and 2003 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 155 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 632 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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, 2003 Proton 400, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400.

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