2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | Z9 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
