2007 TVR Sagaris vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 TVR Sagaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 TVR Sagaris would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 TVR Sagaris. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2007 TVR Sagaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 823 kg more than 2007 TVR Sagaris. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Sagaris. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Sagaris. 2012 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Sagaris has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Sagaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 TVR Sagaris | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | TVR | Hyundai |
| Model | Sagaris | Equus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |
