2004 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 649 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, 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 (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall Monaro | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaro | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |