2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 538 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 1995 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |