2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 569 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro. 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2800 mm |
