2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.
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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Tucson | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
