2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
