2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Mustang | Equus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |