2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 10 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Equus | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
