2003 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus

To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 1 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.

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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Aceca 2002 Hyundai Equus
Make AC Hyundai
Model Aceca Equus
Year Released 2003 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 271 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2760 mm


 

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