2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Equus | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
