2009 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 120 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |