2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 3 and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall 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 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3, 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 3 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 3 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |