2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Rodeo | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Rodeo | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2850 mm |
