2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus RX (336 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Lexus RX | |
Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
Model | Santa Fe | RX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 336 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |