2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 210 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2004 Vauxhall 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 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | Grandis | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |