2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Equus | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
