2009 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus LS | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
Model | LS | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 68 L |