2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Equus | 530 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |