2001 Acura Integra vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 936 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 2013 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | Integra | Equus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
