2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 469 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300, 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3045 mm |
