2004 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, both 2004 Vauxhall Monaro and 2004 Vauxhall Corsa 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 255 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Vauxhall Corsa, 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Vauxhall Monaro 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
Make Vauxhall Vauxhall
Model Monaro Corsa
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 329 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2500 mm


 

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