2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 463 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Monaro |
Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2800 mm |