2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 702 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.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Hyundai | GMC |
Model | Equus | Yukon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |