2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Equus | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |