2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 594 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equus | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
