2011 Tata Nano vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 9 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 293 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Nano | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
Model | Nano | Monaro |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 624 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2800 mm |