2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Equus | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
