2012 Hyundai Equus vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 143 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Equus.
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, 2013 Ford Explorer, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Equus | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | Equus | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5159 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3045 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
