2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Equus | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
