2004 Holden Statesman vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Holden Statesman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus LS weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 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, 1993 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 1993 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
