2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 760 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Hyundai | Scion |
| Model | Equus | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
