2009 Lexus LS vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 7 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 (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Lexus | Vauxhall |
| Model | LS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
