2010 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lexus LS | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
Model | LS | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 66 L |