2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 772 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Equus | NV |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4500 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3711 mm |