2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Equus | 166 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |
