2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, both 2005 Porsche Cayenne and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (328 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. 2005 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cayenne | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4507 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
