2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Equus. (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Phaeton | Equus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
