2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 11 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Hyundai | BMW |
Model | Equus | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |