2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Equus. (429 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Equus. (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | SL | Equus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |