2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Holden Monaro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 444 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | MDX | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 374 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |