2012 Hyundai Equus vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn L 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 294 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 718 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Equus | 2001 Saturn L | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Equus | L |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5159 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3045 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |