2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 333 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus LFA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Santa Fe | LFA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
