2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 910 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Tahoe | Equus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |