2005 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Grandeur | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
