2007 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 5 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 318 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
