2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 62 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Equus | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
