2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 177 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
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, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Hyundai | Buick |
Model | Equus | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |