2010 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Monaro weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Monaro. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Lexus | Holden |
| Model | IS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2800 mm |
