2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 464 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | 4Runner | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2066 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
