2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Monaro 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaro | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
