2009 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 664 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | BMW | Hyundai |
| Model | 120 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
