2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Equus | 350Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |