2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Equus | Panamera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |