2001 Toyota Will 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 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Will 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 240 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Will. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Toyota Will. 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 Toyota Will, 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) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Will. (274 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Will | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Will | Equus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 509 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |