2002 Lexus LX vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus LX. 2002 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
| Model | LX | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
