2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 189 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Hyundai | Chrysler |
Model | Equus | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3078 mm |