2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Equus | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
