2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus. 2002 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Equus | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
