2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 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 88 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 273 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan NP300, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Monaro | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | NP300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |