2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam 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 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden 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 2005 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, 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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2005 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Bantam | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3791 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1602 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |