2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (288 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Lexus RX | |
Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
Model | Santa Fe | RX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 288 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |