2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 75 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.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Equus | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
