2004 Lexus GX vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 159 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 2004 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus GX | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
Model | GX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 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 |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |