2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
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, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Equus | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2868 mm |
