2009 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 550 | Equus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3497 cc |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |