2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 446 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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 (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Equus | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |