2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest 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 64 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
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, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Monaro | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |