2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 682 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sierra | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2800 mm |
