2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Holden Monaro.
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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |