2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra, 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Astra | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
Model | Astra | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |