2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | IS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
