2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 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 Toyota Sienna, 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 (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Equus | Sienna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |