2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
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 Hyundai Veracruz, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Equus | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
