2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Equus | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 33 L |