2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus. 2002 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Equus | Q5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |