2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Getz and 2006 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Getz | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
