2005 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Lexus LS.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
| Model | LS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
