2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2002 Toyota F-1

To start off, both 2002 Hyundai Equus and 2002 Toyota F-1 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 380 kg more than 2002 Toyota F-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Equus 2002 Toyota F-1
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Equus F-1
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2970 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 194 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 430 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1610 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L


 

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