2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1994 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 77 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1994 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1994 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Santa Fe | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
