2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 159 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, 2004 Renault Espace, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Monaro | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Monaro | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |