2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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 114 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 457 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
