2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 182 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Because 2001 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 2001 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra. 2005 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Phedra | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
