2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea is newer by 5 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 704 kg more than 2007 Fiat Albea. 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, 2007 Fiat Albea, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea. 2002 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
| Model | Equus | Albea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
