2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Expedition | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |