2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 838 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Fit, 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 (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Equus | Fit |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
