2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 31 kg more than 2010 Honda Pilot.
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 Honda Pilot, 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Equus | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |