2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Equus | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
