2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Tucson | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 96 L |
