1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman. 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, 1998 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Statesman | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | Statesman | GS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |