2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Equus | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |