2004 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 9 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Audi |
| Model | Monaro | A5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
