2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Equus | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
