2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. Both 2002 Hyundai Equus and 2003 Mitsubishi Verada are equipped with a 3,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2003 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Equus | Verada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2730 mm |
