2004 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Because 2004 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Isuzu VehiCross | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Isuzu | Holden |
| Model | VehiCross | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
