2006 Lexus SC vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 213 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Lexus | Holden |
| Model | SC | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
