2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 609 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Equus | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |