2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Silverado | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2800 mm |