2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 357 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Equus | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |