2009 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 5 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 320 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
