2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Equus | X5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |