2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable 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) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Monaro | Sable |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
