2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan 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 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 133 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 935 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan. 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 Dacia Logan, 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dacia |
| Model | Equus | Logan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
