2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Equus | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
