1999 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Atos is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 1545 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX 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, 1999 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2012 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
| Model | LX | Atos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
