2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 636 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 2002 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Ranger | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |