The flip side here is if I could use an iPad to replace the MacMini on my desk and connect to a monitor with the same support my Mac does I'd most likely have a top end iPad Pro as opposed to my mildly spec'd MacMini M2 and iPad Air M1. I'd literally spend MORE money on that 1 iPad than both existing iPad and Macs I have today.
I have a 2021 Mazda and I can't say enough good things about it's infotainment interface. The dial and 5 buttons on the center console behind the shifter is wonderful, I can glance at the screen while using the dial and I know what each of the 5 buttons do across the system. I've been in a few vehicles from Honda, Toyota and Chevy and the Mazda is multiples better at interacting with the system while driving.