2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 551 kg more than 2004 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
Model | Santa Fe | GX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 446 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |