2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 284 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Ram | Equus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
