2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Equus | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
