2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 656 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Equus | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
