2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 7 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Hyundai | Ascari |
Model | Equus | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2636 mm |