2003 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
