2004 Ford GT vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Equus. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Equus. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | GT | Equus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |