2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 155 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Equus | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |