2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 388 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | CR-V | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
