2012 GMC Terrain vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 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 147 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Terrain | Monaro |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2800 mm |