2008 Ford GT vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Monaro. 2003 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | GT | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |