2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Avancier 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 80 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier. 2004 Honda Avancier 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. 2004 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2004 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
