2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 283 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Statesman | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2969 mm |
