2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2002 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2800 mm |
