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Holden Monaro 3.8 V6 (233 Hp)
Holden Monaro:
The Holden Monaro is a car that was manufactured by General Motors' Australian division Holden. It has a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and was produced with a two-door coupé body from 1968 to 1976 and again from 2001 to 2006 and with a four-door sedan body from 1973 to 1979.
Three generations of the Monaro coupe have been produced, the first covering the HK, HT, and HG series from 1968 to 1971, the second covering the HQ, HJ, HX, and HZ series from 1971 to 1979, and the third covering the VX, VY, and VZ series from 2001 to 2006....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Monaro Overview:
Holden Monaro (Monaro). With 375 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1600 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
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3.3 / 5
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 408 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 5.3 sec.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (370 L) suitable for daily needs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Overall Rating: 4/5
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Holden |
| Model: | Monaro |
| Generation: | Monaro |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 V6 (233 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 233 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 61.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 375 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3791 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.6 l |
| Coolant: | 12 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 210 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.9 kg/Hp, 145.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.3 kg/Nm, 234.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1600 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 370 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4790 mm mm |
| Width: | 1840 mm mm |
| Height: | 1400 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2790 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1560 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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