2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 425 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 X6 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 X6 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 X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Equus | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
