2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Jaguar | Holden |
Model | XJ | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2800 mm |