2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Equus | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
