2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
