2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. 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 32 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V40. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 207 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40. 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, 2000 Volvo V40, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V40. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | V40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
