2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Equus | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
