2005 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Holden Monaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman. 2005 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2002 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2002 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
