2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall 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 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | CR-V | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
