2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano 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. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Equus | Murano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |