2006 Lexus IS vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2006 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2006 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
| Model | IS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
