2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 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, 1996 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. 1996 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Terracan | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
