2005 Honda Z vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Z | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
