2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 238 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S4 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
