2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fairlane | Equus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5158 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1889 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3045 mm |